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Energizer Model CHVC2 AA/AAA Battery
Charger Owner’s Manual
Your AA/AAA Battery Charger is designed to charge
Energizer Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable
batteries.
Please review this manual before use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety and operating
instructions and warranty information for your
charger. Before using your charger, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on the battery
charger, batteries, and device.
Charger Features Include:
- Charges 2 or 4 AA NiMH batteries or 2 or 4 AAA
size NiMH batteries at a time.
- There are two green LEDs on your charger to
indicate when batteries are charging.
- Reverse Polarity Protection: Protects the charger
and batteries against damage from incorrectly
installed batteries.
CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
For Best Results, Charge Batteries Before The First Use
1. Load the batteries in the chamber as indicated
by the polarity symbols (+/ -) marked inside. NOTE:
When charging only 2 batteries, place batteries in
the two positions to the left or right. Both AA and
AAA size batteries can be charged at the same time.
2. Lift the prongs of the AC plug until fully extended.
Plug charger into a standard 110-120 volt AC outlet.
The green LED will light during charging.
- It is normal for batteries to become warm while
charging and is no cause for alarm.
- Rechargeable batteries naturally lose some
power when stored. For optimum performance,
charge before each use.
3. Unplug charger when charging is complete.
Not charging all the way?
- Gently rub battery ends with a clean pencil
eraser or cloth to remove any residue
- Try completely discharging them and completely
charging them again
Size (mAh) Time
AA 1300 - 2000 8 - 12.5 hr
AA 2100 - 2500 13 - 16 hr
AAA 850 - 900 11 - 12 hr
RECHARGEABLE TIPS
Rechargeable batteries are ideal for high drain or
frequently used devices (more than once per week)
and can be charged 100s of times.
NiMH are a great economical power solution if used in
Digital Camera's, MP3 Players, CD players, 2 Way
Radio's/ Walkie Talkies, Remote Control Cars, Game
Boys, and Photoflash equipment.
NiMH Batteries are a good economical power solution
if used in Toys, Infant Devices, and PDA's.
NiMH batteries are not recommended for:
- Remote Controls & Clocks - use Alkaline batteries
such as Energizer Max
- Medical & Safety Devices (e.g. smoke detectors)
unless they are specifically designed and recommended
to use NiMH Rechargeable Batteries
For Best Performance of your Energizer Rechargeable
Batteries
- Fully Charge your Rechargeable Battery before the first use
- Store batteries at room temperature under dry
conditions
- Make sure you use a charger designed to charge
NiMH batteries
Recycling your Rechargeable Battery –
Rechargeable batteries can be recycled free of charge at
any Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC)
participating location. See http://www.RBRC.org for details.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only rechargeable
NiMH batteries with the charger. Other types of batteries
might burst, causing personal injury or damage to your
charger.
2. For indoor use only. Do not expose charger to rain,
snow or excessive moisture.
3. Never use an extension cord or any attachment not
recommended by Energizer. Using in non-approved
accessories may result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
4. Do not use plug adapter for another country without
checking if a voltage transformer is needed. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES
5. Do not operate the charger if it has been subjected to OR PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF
shock or damage. INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THESE
6. Do not disassemble the charger. Incorrect EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY
reassembly may result in risk of electric shock or fire. GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS , AND YOU MAY HAVE
7. Always unplug the charger from outlet before OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE OR PROVINCE.
attempting maintenance or cleaning.
8. Never alter the plug provided. Improper connection
can result in a risk of electric shock. Made in China
9. Never use as a power source for any electrical
equipment.
This charger is not intended for use by young children or
infirm persons without supervision. Young children should
be supervised to ensure they do not play with charger.
WARNING: Read charger instructions carefully. Charge only
rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries. Charging any
other type of rechargeable or non-rechargeable
(disposable) batteries may cause them to leak, rupture or
explode, causing injury.
CAUTION: Risk of electrical shock. Dry location use only.
Batteries may become hot to touch while charging.
BATTERY WARNING: Charge only with standard household
nickel metal hydride battery chargers. Do not open battery,
dispose of in fire, put in backwards, mix with used or other
battery types or short circuit – may ignite, explode, leak or
get hot causing injury.
Lifetime Limited Warranty: This Energizer Battery Charger
and these Energizer Nickel-Metal Hydride Rechargeable
Batteries are warranted only to the original United States or
Canadian purchaser upon presentation of proof of original
purchase to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for as long as you own your Energizer Battery
Charger and these Energizer Nickel-Metal Hydride
Rechargeable Batteries and this product is manufactured
by or for Energizer and such warranty is not transferable to
any subsequent end user. Not applicable to damage caused
by normal wear and tear, misuse, or modification. Repair or
replacement of charger at Energizer’s option. Send charger
to Energizer, P.O. Box 6056, Cleveland, OH 44101. (Canadian
residents send to Energizer Canada, Inc. 165 Kincardine
Hwy, Walkerton, Ontario, N0G 2V0). WARRANTY APPLIES TO
CONSUMER USE ONLY. ALL INCIDENTAL AND